Aug. 5

Accident: Covington-Lake Sawyer Road. Mountain View Fire and Rescue/Black Diamond Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on the Covington Sawyer Road at about 1:30 p.m. The firefighters on scene closed the road so they could provide aid to the three vehicles involved in the accident. One person had severe injuries and was transported to the hospital, the other two had minor injuries and were transported to the hospital. The incident is still under investigation with King County Sheriff’s Office.

Safety message from Tim Perciful

Be sure to drive with plenty of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. Many accidents could be avoided if people followed this simple rule.

Local Volunteer Firefighters Needed

King County Fire District No. 44 is accepting applications until Aug. 20th for the Fall Volunteer Recruit Academy. We are looking for in-District volunteers and resident volunteers. For more information and/or an application please visit www.kcfd44.org.

Total calls for the week

Fire: 4

Emergency medical: 21

Good Intent: 1

False Call: 6

Other: 1

Total Calls: 33